VIDEO BLOG: Conversations with Kara - Ep. 3

I am constantly learning from my students, and Eilis has been one of my best teachers. I truly cherish our conversations and goal-setting conferences where I learn more from her than I think she does from me! I have had the pleasure of teaching Eilis for three years and she graciously agreed to be a guest on my vlog. She is a 12-year-old who is passionate about autism advocacy, animals, funny tv shows, music, and much more. Eilis has taught me so much about autistic girls/women and the autism community.

This video shares her perspective on classroom experiences, sensory differences, media representations of autism, and what she really wants teachers, families, and peers to understand about autism. It is truly essential viewing for any teacher or parent!

This video is shared with Eilis’ and Eilis’ mother’s permission. We hope it inspires you!

#autism #neurodiversity #inclusiveeducation #differentiation

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